A land of untamed highlands, windswept islands and spectacular lochs, Scotland is situated in the north of the British Isles. A millennium of struggle for self-determination has forged a hardy people with a vibrant culture... more &raquo and amazing hospitality. Traveler Megan McCormick begins her journey in Glasgow. After a grief stop on the Isle of Islay she makes her way up the west coast to fish on the Isle of Skye. Her next port of call is the Orkney Islands. She then embarks on the final leg of her journey to the capital city and the spectacular Edinburgh military tattoo. Along the way... Take a lesson on the bagpipes. Distill whiskey on the Isle of Islay. Visit the legendary home of the Loch Ness Monster. Toss the caper at the Highland Games. Indulge in the culture of the Edinburgh Festival.&laquo less

Movie Reviews

Like Traveling with a College Student

L. McMillin | 03/01/2005

(3 out of 5 stars)

"Be prepared for a YOUNG tour guide who spends quite a bit of time shouting woo hoo and leaping on her bed in the hotel room. She even goes so far as to ask an elderly pipe player if he's wearing anything under his kilt. I think she was trying to produce a hip tour video, which I can appreciate, but still ...

This video does get better once she's out of Glasgow and touring the countryside. There is quite a bit of beautiful scenery, and she does cover the highlights. We're planning a first trip and are really trying to get an idea of things to do and see, so for that purpose, this video is ok."

Glabal Trekker/Scotland

Stuart A. Atkinson | 03/12/2006

(4 out of 5 stars)

"The DCD is a good one; well mapped out and shows many of the top regions of Scotland along with a some local flavor here and there. The hostess is a wee bit of a twit, and as the program progresses, there is a little too much emphasis on her, but if you ignore this, you will certainly enjoy the scenic beauty of Scotland."

A nice journey

Electrifier | FL | 03/26/2007

(4 out of 5 stars)

"This could have been an even better DVD ofScotland had they hired a less obnoxious tourguide. Meagan McCormick was more of a distractionand could have used more tact and subtlety. One getsthe impression that the Scots she interviewed seemedrather annoyed by her overzealousness. But, I knew whatI was in store for when the flighty guide jumpedonto her hotel room bed while yelling "Woo-hoo!"

With the tour guide issue aside, this is a very goodlook at the beautiful green country of Scotland, its cultureand highlights. Along the trip we meet several interestingpeople, such as the woman who plays soothing tunes on her violinto curious seals. Also, we get a quick visit to Great Britain's largest fresh water lake, Loch Ness, where a man has dedicated hislife to finding the Loch Ness monster, or "Nessie" as they sometimescall the mythical serpent. And of course we get some history on bagpipes, cuisine, Scotland festival games and reenactments ofScotland's revered warrior and hero, William Wallace.

This is a nicely shot film and moves at a good pace and iswell worth the viewing."

TOUR SCOTLAND WITH A SIMPLETON

JONATHAN RAINES | LOS ANGELES | 05/03/2009

(1 out of 5 stars)

"Globe Trekker: Scotland Wonderful subject...breathtaking scenery...and a completely daft host! You will watch this DVD primarily to decide if the host,Megan Mccormick,is really as silly and immature as she seems.She has the ability to make even the most interesting segment "cringeworthy" by her antics and inane commentary.A hopeless travel DVD."